Project Engineer

Federal Express Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead multiple projects, develop operating plans, and implement data-driven improvements for cost reduction and service enhancement.

The role requires leading engineering studies, data modeling, and strategic transformation of processes and tools to enable global excellence. A bachelor’s in industrial engineering and 7+ years of related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related field.
• Seven+ years of experience in industrial engineering or related engineering.
• Strong analytical, computer and communication skills.
• Ability to develop operating plans and conduct studies.
• Ability to transform business processes and operational tools into actionable tools.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and implementation of operating plans and performs engineering work.
• Conducts studies, prepares data and develops models and analytical tools for engineers and operations.
• Sets strategy to transform business processes and tools for global excellence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

Leads multiple projects simultaneously, including the evaluation and implementation of manpower and systems projects designed to reduce operating and expenses, increase revenues and enhance customer service.

Essential Functions

• Leads the development and implementation of operating plans and performs engineering work, conducting studies, preparing data and developing models and analytical tools for use by engineers and operations.
• Sets strategy which leads to the transformation of business processes and operational tools to enable global excellence. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or another related engineering discipline.

Minimum Experience

Seven (7) years experience in industrial engineering or related engineering experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Strong analytical, computer and communication skills.

Ability to develop operating plans and conduct studies

Knowledge to set strategies

Ability to transform of business processes and operational tools into actionable tools

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred: Python, R, or similar programming languages, SQL and large-scale data processing, Machine Learning and AI techniques, model deployment, and production AI environments. Statistical analysis and experimental design'. Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.). Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. Familiarity with MLOps, model deployment, and production AI environments.

The posting will close on Friday, September 4, 2026, 5:00 PM CDT.

Additional Details

The desired location for this position is Memphis, TN (MEM) location. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx location five days a week.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)